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“Everybody is in shock”, – Defected lawmakers react to demolition of Rivers assembly building

The feud that has now factionalised the state lawmakers began late October after a failed attempt to impeach Governor Simi Fubara who fell out with his predecessor Mr Wike.

Rivers lawmakers write Fubara to re-present 2024 budget

The Pro-Wike lawmakers who have withdrawn the impeachment notice are asking the governor to re-present the budget or be accused of spending without the approval of the assembly.

Bayelsa Guber: Appeal Court restores Timipre Sylva as APC candidate

Mr Sylva’s appeals were against the Oct. 9 judgement delivered by Justice Donatus Okorowo of a Federal High Court (FHC), Abuja, which disqualified him as a candidate in the Nov. 11 election.

Oshiomhole joins 2023 Senate race

The former governor said he will meet the incumbent lawmaker representing the senatorial district, Francis Alimikhena, who has expressed intention to recontest again, to get him to step down.

Deputy Senate President, Omo-Agege, joins Delta 2023 guber race

The lawmaker representing Delta Central at the red chamber will run on the platform of the All Progressive Congress (APC).

Wike-Fubara Face-off: Rivers commissioners resign en masse

Mr Mmom, in his letter, said his resignation was for personal reasons.

Bomb explosion rocks Calabar, Army claims responsibility

The explosion which went off in the afternoon was said to have shattered roofs and some buildings around the Eburutu Army Barracks, Calabar Municipality.

Rivers Crisis: Wike speaks on demanding N20bn monthly from Fubara

The dramatic events factionalised the lawmakers and Mr Ehie was elected Speaker by lawmakers loyal to the governor.

2023: OBIdients, Labour Party unserious – Obaseki

Mr Obaseki, who stated this on Friday night while appearing on Channels TV, justified while the LP and its supporters were barred from using the Samuel Ogbemudia stadium for their campaign.
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